Abby Ferguson Making the leap from candids to posed portraits of friends and family can be stressful, even for top photographers. When posing people, uncertainties abound: How should you light your model? Which lens is right? How do you draw out great facial expressions? Follow these five tips from photographer Patrick James Miller to help… Continue reading Five tips for more flattering portrait photography
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The new Lomography LomoChrome Color ’92 film mimics old-school expired stocks
It’s only available in 35mm. Lomography We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Back in 1992, film photography was just called “photography” because there really was no other option for typical users. Of course, the market offered a much wider array of different… Continue reading The new Lomography LomoChrome Color ’92 film mimics old-school expired stocks
Property Release 101: Trademarks, copyright, and IP
When licensing images for commercial purposes, it’s important to know when to get a proper release. At 500px there are two types of releases that Licensing Contributors need to know about. A model release and a property release. A model release is needed for any identifiable people in a photo. If a person is underage,… Continue reading Property Release 101: Trademarks, copyright, and IP
The best action cameras in 2023
Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Best overall GoPro Hero 11 Black SEE IT Featuring the largest GoPro sensor yet, the Hero 11 is capable of stunning and smooth 5.3K video. Best for vlogging DJI Osmo Action 3 SEE IT… Continue reading The best action cameras in 2023
20 Top FCPX Titles (Final Cut Pro Titles Free & Premium)
Best Free Final Cut Pro Templates for Text (from Mixkit) Nearly every video can benefit from an eye-catching title. If you want help, an awesome Final Cut Pro title template can help. However, if you’re being frugal, a free Final Cut Pro template will do just fine. Here are five of the favorite free Final… Continue reading 20 Top FCPX Titles (Final Cut Pro Titles Free & Premium)
15+ Top Logo Animation Templates for After Effects
If you’re making a video, you want to be sure that your audience sees and remembers your brand. An impressive logo animation will stick in the minds of your viewers. Here are the best logo animation templates for After Effects from Envato Elements plus two free logo animation templates from Mixkit. Top Logo Animation Templates… Continue reading 15+ Top Logo Animation Templates for After Effects
Save up to $700 on Canon cameras and lenses with Amazon coupons
Abby Ferguson Canon has had a fair amount of gear discounted this spring and summer, but savings just got even better. A selection of gear, some of which is already on sale, now has on-page checkmark coupons on Amazon, offering extra savings of up to $400. If you’ve been considering a new camera or lens… Continue reading Save up to $700 on Canon cameras and lenses with Amazon coupons
Hands-on with the Canon PowerShot V10: A compact video-centric camera
The Canon PowerShot V10 is a compact camera for beginner vloggers and content creators. Abby Ferguson We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Vlogging cameras have become a force in recent years. Just about every major brand has released multiple cameras intended for… Continue reading Hands-on with the Canon PowerShot V10: A compact video-centric camera
Licensing Contributor Kaitlyn Sawyer gives insight on capturing emotion and embracing diversity in commercial advertising
At 500px amazing photography is at our core, but these photos would not be possible without the talented people behind the lens. The 500px Spotlight series highlights the global and diverse photographers that are part of the 500px Community. This week we are excited to introduce you to Licensing Contributor Kaitlyn Sawyer. Kaitlyn Sawyer is… Continue reading Licensing Contributor Kaitlyn Sawyer gives insight on capturing emotion and embracing diversity in commercial advertising
Should You Work for Free as a Photographer? A Comprehensive Guide
This blog post is a guest feature written by the team at The Photographer Mindset. As a photographer, you may be asked if you would perform work for free or be told there isn’t a budget to accommodate your services. Should you walk away or remain interested and move forward? While it can be difficult or… Continue reading Should You Work for Free as a Photographer? A Comprehensive Guide